2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2012 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 69 kg more than 2004 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS. 2012 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 2004 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2004 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 2012 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | CTS | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1849 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4493 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2695 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
